Southern Portugal is one of Europe's busiest and appealing resort regions. "The Rough Guide to the Algarve" helps the reader avoid the worst of the crowds and allows them to plan ahead with detailed advice on the best-value pensoes and resort hotels, the tastiest local cooking, the most interesting of the region's weekly markets and the most secluded beaches. Information is also provided on walks, watersports, flora, fauna and the environment.

Madeira

by Matthew Hancock

Published 4 October 2001
The Rough Guide to Madeira is the ultimate pocket handbook to this beautiful semi-tropical island. Lively accounts of every attraction on Madeira and its neighbour Porto Santo are included, from the capital, Funchal, to unspoilt fishing villages and mountain escapes. Insider's reviews of the best accommodation, cafe's and restaurants feature alongside detailed information on walks along the levadas, mountain trails and coastal paths. Together with colour photos and maps showing the island's towns, beaches, walks and main attractions, the Rough Guide to Madeira is essential reading for anyone visiting the island.

Lisbon

by Matthew Hancock

Published 26 February 1998
This guide to Lisbon has accommodation and restarurant listings for every budget, and tips on bargain markets and eateries. It describes the traditional life of the city's historic neighbourhoods and reviews bars and nightlife hotspots, as well as nearby beaches and resorts.